Canon D30 vs Nikon D100

The following is a extensive assessment of the Canon D30 versus Nikon D100, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the D30 (3MP) and D100 (6MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D30 was unveiled 21 months prior to the D100 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the D30 grades versus the D100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS D30 and Nikon D100. The full galleries are viewable at Canon D30 Gallery and Nikon D100 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon D30 has external measurements of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") with a weight of 855 grams (1.88 lbs) while the Nikon D100 has measurements of 144mm x 116mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the D30 against the D100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the D30 and D100 is 57 and 58 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The pic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D30 and D100.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon D100 to resolve more detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged D30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.